Michael Miao, M.D.
Michael Miao, M.D.
Dr. Miao graduated from Harvard University and the University of Southern California School of Medicine. He completed his Orthopaedic training at the University of Pittsburgh and received advanced fellowship training in knee and shoulder arthroscopic and reconstructive techniques as well as in Sports Medicine.
He is board certified and subspecialty certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and is a member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA), American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), Western Orthopaedic Association (WOA), Nevada Orthopaedic Society, Nevada State Medical Association, and Clark County Medical Association.
Dr. Miao has been an Orthopaedic consultant to a large family practice/sports medicine fellowship and continues to serve the medical community by helping teach up and coming physician assistants, medical students and residents through various schools in Nevada and California.
Specializing in Sports Medicine, advanced arthroscopic and reconstructive procedures, and cartilage restoration/transplantation, Dr. Miao uses his personal experiences as a former National swimmer and Olympic Swimmer in the 23rd Olympic Games in Los Angeles, California to guide his patients on their road to recovery.
Dr. Miao is currently the Head Team Physician for the UFL's Las Vegas Locomotives football team and is the Medical Director and Official Orthopaedic Surgeon for the ECHL's Las Vegas Wranglers hockey team. He is one of the team physicians for USA Swimming and USA Water Polo and served as an intern team physician for the USOC (USA Women's Hockey). For several years, Dr. Miao has been asked to cover Las Vegas' PGA, LPGA, and ATP tour events. He has also served as contact physician for a number of local high schools in our underserved neighborhoods.
Emphasizing a careful and thoughtful approach to medical decision making, Dr. Miao encourages his patients to be educated and active participants in their own medical care.
Dr. Miao is the Head Team Physician and Chief Orthopaedic Surgeon for the Las Vegas Locos.
Dr. Miao is the Medical Director for the Las Vegas Wranglers.
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Patient Testimonials
I appreciate the attention and skill of Dr. Miao and the staff. Everyone has done a wonderful job.
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Dr. Miao and his staff made my treatment and recovery a very positive experience.
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Big thanks to Dr. Miao and his entire caring staff who helped me through my shoulder surgery and recovery!
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I would recommend Dr. Miao to anyone who has a shoulder problem. Dr. Miao's staff is very professional and so very helpful.
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Thank you Dr. Miao! For the second time now, you have once again exceeded my expectations for a quick recovery from shoulder surgery.
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Dr. Miao and his staff did a superb job during my operation. The facility was clean and well organized.
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I have had a very positive experience with Dr. Miao and his staff during my treatment.
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Dr. Miao and the staff at DOC are exceptional.
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I came in with my knee constantly giving out and unsure what activities I could perform.
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I would just like to thank Dr. Miao and his staff for the exceptional service I received throughout my surgical experience.
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The surgery went very well and the office did call to see how I was doing, they were very attentive to any questions or needs that I had.
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It was a good time, everyone is nice and you don't have to wait long times.
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Dr. Miao & staff have made this whole process bearable. They are friendly, understanding & knowledgeable.
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My experience with Dr. Miao was good and all the people involved were pleasant, knowledgeable, and friendly.
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Dr. Michael Miao's staff was extremely nice and knowledgeable.
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This is my second surgery from Dr. Miao and I came back for a reason.
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I have had knee surgery on two occasions and have been extremely pleased with the outstanding care rendered by Dr. Michael Miao and the staff of Desert Orthopaedic Center.
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Doctor Miao and his assistant, Melissa are awesome! 30 years ago I had several knee surgeries due to high school sports injuries.
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What great people that took care of me from the first visit to the last!
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During the tough time when I injured my elbow, I felt insecure and nervous about the future of my hand.
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Dr. Miao and team were very pleasant to work with.
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I was very impressed with Dr. Miao and his entire staff for their professional and devotion to my medical concern.
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All the staff at DOC was very considerate of my well being before, during and after surgery. Dr. Miao personally called me at home after surgery
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Dr. Miao was profession, friendly, detailed and informative. I had no surprises and the outcome has been as expected
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My surgery was a complete success and I have returned to normal athletic activities.
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I can't thank you and your staff enough for your punctuality of appointments, friendliness and professionalism.
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What I appreciate most about my repaired shoulder is the return of my ability to perform the simple tasks in life that are taken for granted:
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In 2008 I devastated my knee in a work related accident. Dr. Miao performed the difficult surgery
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